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Wishmaster (Reis)

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2000's Wishmaster was the third release from Finnish metal sensation Nightwish. The band quickly made a name for themselves with their unique brand of "operatic metal", and would inspire countless imitators. Nightwish was the first though, and with Wishmaster they pretty much set the standard that nearly none of their peers could hope to match.

The band showed incredible potential on Angels Fall First, and continued to develop their sound on Oceanborn, but with Wishmaster you're hearing a band who is completely confident in their abilities, and whose songwriting skills are the equal of their musical talent. It's a grand, sweeping majestic album that takes full advantage of Tuomas Holopainen's keyboard and songwriting skills as well as Tarja Turunen's majestic, opera-caliber voice. The symphonic elements are the perfect accent to the traditional metal sound. Highlights include "Wanderlust", "Deep Silent Complete", "Fantasmic" and the rousing title track, but there really aren't any sub-par songs on the album.

I still think 2004's Once is Nightwish's ultimate achievement, but Wishmaster comes pretty close. Nearly a decade after its original release, it's still the standard by which most other "opera metal" bands are judged.

NOTE: The 2008 reissue of Wishmaster does not feature digitally remastered sound, but there are some extras that might give you sufficient reason to replace your older version. In addition to the expanded liner notes, there are three bonus tracks - live versions of "Wanderlust" and "Deep Silence Complete" and the original version of "Sleepwalker". Live tracks don't do much for me, but "Sleepwalker" is a great addition since it was previously only available as a b-side to an import single. Is that one song worth buying another copy of Wishmaster? Probably not, but I had already picked up the reissues of Angels Fall First and Oceanborn, so I went ahead and upgraded Wishmaster as well.

Insert the CD and listen to the first track. This is everything Nightwish is known for. Any fan will love this album

Oh, Wishmaster. A Nightwish classic. Long before the days of Marco Hietala, full orchestral accompaniment, Anette Olzon and the more operatic days of Tarja's career, there was Wishmaster -a more rock-metal approach (with a hint of pop appeal) with heavy guitars and ear-splitting classic opera vocals. Following closely on the heels of Nightwish's highly popular Oceanborn, Wishmaster was big step in the band's evolution, featuring a heavier sound with catchy melodies and hooks, Wishmaster still stands as a unique piece of Nightwish's musical library.

Without a doubt, title track "Wishmaster" is the stand-out song. With its catchy melody, amazing vocal work and epic guitar riffs, Wishmaster is a classic that continues to enchant fans. I also enjoy the beautiful vocal melodies and atmospheric feel of "Deep Silent Complete," with Tarja's sweeping vocals and mesemerizing lyrics. Other favorites include "Come Cover Me" and "Crownless."

Some interesting songs of note on this album are "Dead Boy's Poem," "She is My Sin" and "FantasMic." "Dead Boy's Poem" served as the introduction of the dead boy character, who has been a reoccuring Nightwish character/theme throughout their career. "She is My Sin" has often been seen as a personal song by Tumos that explores the consequences of sexuality. Then, "FantasMic," which was never a highly popular song, even at live shows, but it's filled with references to Disney movies and characters, song think like Kingdom Hearts -the song.

Wishmaster is not to be missed for any Nightwish fan.

Nightwish's first album featured in 2000 and is still an amazing symphonic metal album created within the first decade of 2000s. It is certainly more touching and astonishing in both of its tone and lyrics. It has a very sophisticated writing texture. Be sure to check it out.

Good CD, the stories are engaging, the singing and music very very good. Its a bit on the dark side but I recommend it none the less.

Great. Great. If you are interested in beautifully sung, choir backed, fairly soft to very hard driving, multi-layered, very well played music of a little bit goth, little bit classical, little bit metal, all blended fantastically well and very well recorded please give this a try. The album "Once" is equally great. "Angel's fall first" however, suck's. How that last one happened I do not know because the first two are truly outstanding. Anyway, Nightwish is definately worth a serious listen. Sorry to anyone that likes "Angels---"; to each their own. Also try Within Temptation. Incredible band, similar style.

Tarja never fails to astonish and the musical is just as clever and unique as ever. Rock on!

Wishmaster is a fantastic album, that should grace everyone's music collection. Innovating and always refreshing. Truly a masterpiece.

Just buy it... You have never heard anything like it and you will never anywhere else.

Nightwish is amazing and will soon be all over the states... Catch it now and be ready for the tour !

Love these albums...found them on Youtube and I bought all the albums and the concert dvd !